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Rent arrears behind most evictions in Spain
Unpaid rent caused 65% of Spain's evictions in early 2026. The total fell sharply from a year earlier, while Catalonia recorded the most court-ordered removals.
EQT lines up €1.7 billion sale of Parques Reunidos
EQT has hired JPMorgan to prepare a sale of Parques Reunidos at a valuation of around €1.7 billion. Industrial operators including Merlin Entertainments and Compagnie des Alpes could take part in the process.
Spain has seen 272000 evictions under Pedro Sánchez
More than 272000 families have been evicted in Spain since 2018. Rental arrears account for most cases, and courts may now resume launches after legal protections ended.
Spain's housing decree could reach beyond evictions
The Government wants the new housing decree to address more than evictions. Housing Minister Isabel Rodríguez says it could also affect students and landlords if Congress supports it.
Ceuta president backs moving some migrant minors to mainland Spain
Juan Jesús Vivas, president of Ceuta, says a small group of unaccompanied migrant minors who cannot be returned to Morocco may be transferred to mainland Spain. The position breaks with the Partido Popular’s hard line and exposes divisions within the party.
Verborrea turns punk rebellion into Madrid theatre
Pablo Remón brings Verborrea to Madrid with Javier Cámara and Israel Elejalde, alongside Marta Nieto and Emilio Tomé. The play links a fictional punk band from the late 1980s to a family shaped by Francoism.
El Gran Wyoming stands firm on his Madrid property empire
El Gran Wyoming, a mainstay on Spanish TV, confirmed in 2014 that he owned 19 properties in Madrid. He says he owes no one an explanation for investing in real estate, despite public backlash and a hefty tax fine.
Guardia Civil finds note tying minister’s sister to Venezuelan citizenship case
A handwritten note uncovered by the Guardia Civil points to Sofía Puente, sister of Transport Minister Óscar Puente, taking a personal interest in the Spanish citizenship process for exiled Venezuelan official Nervis Villalobos. The case now pulls in the Leire Díez network and raises questions about public money.
PSOE Sent Secret Audio Payments Through Its Own Campaign Agency
Investigators found that PSOE used its campaign agency to pay for audios about Pedro Sánchez’s father-in-law. The deal involved a little-known media outlet and prompted questions inside the agency about the money involved.
Drivers face sharp fuel price jump as state aid ends
Spanish motorists face higher fuel costs as state subsidies on gasoline and diesel expire on September 30. With no extension confirmed, drivers are being urged to refuel before prices rise in October.
Eighty-seven-year-old woman evicted from Madrid home after seventy years
Maricarmen, 87, was forced out of her Madrid apartment after living there since 1956. Her eviction has sparked outrage at authorities and the property company, with politicians and neighbors demanding answers.
Felipe VI opens Spain's university year in Cartagena
Felipe VI opened Spain's 2026/2027 university year in Cartagena. Diana Morant tied universities to the climate emergency, while a professor asked campuses to design for everyone.
Ayuso turns Maricarmen eviction into a national housing fight
Isabel Díaz Ayuso defended Maricarmen's eviction as a court-ordered action, blaming Pedro Sánchez for Spain's housing failures and for protests she says are becoming more violent.
Teatro Real opens its new season as Madrid's society dresses up
The Teatro Real opened its 2026/2027 season on 23 September 2026 with King Felipe VI in attendance. Manon Lescaut shared the spotlight with the evening's carefully chosen looks from Madrid's social scene.
Ignis IPO faces regulatory risk from Spain's data centre rules
A draft decree could unsettle Ignis before its planned market debut. The company wants €500 million to expand its data centre business in Spain.
Zapatero must explain Saudi jewels found in his office
A judge has given José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero three days to explain the origin of jewellery found in his office. He says the pieces were a personal gift from Saudi King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and wants the court to seek documentary proof.
Madrid eviction exposes the cost of Spain's housing crisis
Maricarmen Abascal was taken from her Madrid home on a stretcher after police and social services enforced a court-ordered eviction. The 87-year-old paid less than €500 a month. Her case has put Spain's housing crisis back under scrutiny.
Zapatero Says Saudi King Gave Him Million-Euro Jewels
José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero told a judge that Saudi King Abdalá bin Abdulaziz gave him the jewels in 2007. Investigators are examining their value and how they entered Spain, as well as their tax treatment.
Elderly woman forced out of Madrid home despite protests and political outcry
An 87-year-old woman was evicted from her Madrid apartment as police filled the street and neighbors protested. The case has sparked a national debate and fresh demands for urgent housing reform.
Claudia Osborne opens up about her close bond with Fabiola Martínez
Claudia Osborne, expecting her third child with José Entrecanales, speaks candidly about her pregnancy and her close relationship with Fabiola Martínez. The family remains close despite past separations and public attention.
Sánchez demands housing decree after Maricarmen eviction
Pedro Sánchez called the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen a social tragedy and demanded urgent parliamentary action. He blamed Madrid authorities for failing to protect a vulnerable tenant and said the Government would bring its housing decree back to Congress.
87-Year-Old Woman Evicted From Her Madrid Home
Maricarmen has left her Madrid home after seven decades. The 87-year-old woman was taken to a Samur ambulance as supporters shouted from behind a police cordon.
Spain's Housing Shortfall Could Pass One Million by 2028
Spain may face a housing shortfall of more than one million homes by 2028. The Bank of Spain says demand is running ahead of supply, pushing home prices further beyond household incomes.
Madrid IT consultant could be picked for Begoña Gómez jury
A Madrid man lands on the shortlist for jury duty in the high-profile trial of Begoña Gómez, wife of the Prime Minister. His doubts show the strain and uncertainty facing Spain’s jury system as the case moves ahead.
Pepper Spray in Spain Faces Strict Rules After Congress Incident
The removal of a deputy from the chamber has brought pepper spray back into the spotlight. The device is legal in Spain, but strict rules govern its approval, purchase, age requirements and use.
Ceuta minors expose split over Spain's solidarity response
Madrid says children in Ceuta must be moved to other parts of Spain. The Basque Government says its shelters are already full. A disputed meeting exposed the gap between solidarity and available space.
Zapatero names Saudi king as source of seized jewels
José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero says the most valuable jewels found in his office were a personal gift from Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz al-Saud. His defence wants judicial cooperation to confirm the account and challenge the valuation.
Pepper spray chaos erupts in Spanish Congress
A deputy pulled out pepper spray in Spain's Congress, setting off evacuations and sending staff for medical help. The incident laid bare the sharp divides and showmanship now running through Spanish politics.
Ana Vázquez expelled from Congress after showing pepper spray
Ana Vázquez was removed from Spain's Congress after showing a canister of pepper spray. The chamber treated it as a weapon and ordered her to hand it over to the authorities.
Architect's Partner Arrested in Josep Juanpere Death Case
Mossos d'Esquadra have arrested Josep Juanpere's partner in Madrid. His death was initially attributed to a heart attack after an autopsy found no signs of violence, but a Vielha court later ordered further examination.
Architect Josep Juanpere’s wife arrested in Madrid over Baqueira death
The investigation into architect Josep Juanpere’s sudden death in Baqueira has taken a new turn. Police have arrested his wife in Madrid on suspicion of homicide, months after his death.
Political fight erupts after 87-year-old Maricarmen is evicted in Madrid
The eviction of Maricarmen, an 87-year-old woman in a wheelchair, has sparked a fierce political row in Spain. Ministers and coalition partners are openly blaming each other for failing to protect the most vulnerable from losing their homes.
Elderly Madrid tenant evicted after rent triples under investment fund
An 87-year-old woman was forced out of her Madrid apartment after her rent soared under a new landlord. Police carried out the eviction despite protests and last-minute offers to pay. The case highlights the vulnerability of tenants in Spain’s rental market.
Police evict 87-year-old Maricarmen after seventy years in her Madrid home
Maricarmen, 87, was forced out of her Madrid apartment after a lifetime there. Police cleared activists blocking the door, while officials failed to find her affordable housing. The case shows the limits of tenant protections in Spain.
Partner of architect Josep Juanpere arrested in Madrid after Baqueira death
Police in Madrid have arrested a woman in connection with the death of architect Josep Juanpere i Miret, who was found dead in Baqueira during the Christmas holidays. The case remains under strict judicial secrecy as investigators look into what happened.
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